Feds to revamp immigrant investor program

Feds to revamp immigrant investor program

Immigrant investors must pay more for privilege of Canadian residence: minister

Immigrant investors must pay more for privilege of Canadian residence: minister

Feds to overhaul immigrant-investor program to give minister more power

Feds to overhaul immigrant-investor program to give minister more power

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Benefits of Obtaining Immigration Services from a Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultant

Benefits of Obtaining Immigration Services from a Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultant 

Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultants are accountable to the Regulator of Immigration Consultants in Canada, the Immigration Consultants of Canada Regulatory Council (ICCRC). They are audited on a regular basis to ensure that they are complying with the requirements of the regulator and are providing
quality services.

Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultants are educated and informed
Prior to becoming RCICs, candidates are required to demonstrate their knowledge and language skills with entrance examinations.  Since 2004, candidates to become authorized immigration  consultants have been required to complete an accredited program.  An accredited program provides consultants with essential information regarding immigration law in Canada and proper  procedures regarding applications with Citizenship and Immigration Canada.  Additionally, members of the Council are kept well-informed on developments in the immigration field.  They  are required to complete ongoing professional development and Practice Management  Education.

Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultants are required to abide by stringent ethical and  professional guidelines
Council members are subject to a Code of Ethical Conduct that stipulates proper procedures for their practice.  The Code requires all members to adhere to stringent rules, including those regarding quality of service, professionalism, ethical practice and confidentiality.  A breach of  this code is considered an act of non-compliance; it is taken seriously and dealt with  expeditiously by the Council.  Additionally, members of the Council must provide evidence of  good character before being newly regulated, including submitting a police record check.

Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultants are insured
Members of the Council are required to obtain Errors and Omissions Insurance, which protects consumers against unintended actions that may cause financial damage.

The agents of Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultants are known to the Regulator
Members’ agents, or those individuals who work with RCICs on a regular basis, often play a big part in processing and handling important documents and correspondence.  RCICs are required to provide to the Council a list of agents with whom they work.  The actions of these agents reflect upon the member, and members will thus be responsible for ensuring that their agents act with professionalism and integrity.

Risks of Obtaining Services from Unauthorized Providers of Immigration Services

These unauthorized providers are breaking the law
Unauthorized practitioners who charge money for immigration services are acting illegally. These individuals should not be trusted to provide immigration services in exchange for money.

These unauthorized providers may not be educated or informed
These unauthorized providers may be operating without proper education or knowledge of the Canadian immigration system or Canadian immigration law.  They may be unaware of essential  requirements or procedures in dealing with Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC) and may not be informed of developments regarding the immigration system or of immigration legislation that could have a negative effect on a consumer’s circumstances as related to CIC.

These unauthorized providers may not be ethical or professional
As someone who is operating illegitimately, these individuals may have no qualms about engaging in highly unethical or unprofessional actions.  Many times, these unauthorized providers are seeking only to swindle money from unsuspecting clients.  Additionally, they may engage in unethical or illegal practices in their dealings with CIC, which could jeopardize an applicant’s current and future status with CIC.These unauthorized providers are not accountable to the Council Non-members are practicing without the authorization of the regulatory body.  They are not subject to the rules and regulations that govern Council members, who are held accountable for  their actions by the Council.  They may not properly identify themselves on official documents and records and most likely operate unknown to the Council and appropriate officials.

These unauthorized providers are not insured
Unauthorized providers do not have Errors and Omissions Insurance and are subsequently unprotected and unable to compensate consumers adequately who have been financially hurt.

Source : ICCRC

Why Use a Regulated Consultant in Canadian Immigration?

Why Use a Regulated Consultant in Canadian Immigration?

Before acquiring the services of an immigration consultant, it is important to understand the difference between a Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultant (RCIC) and an unauthorized provider of immigration services.  RCICs are required to abide by a strict Code of Conduct – available here.  There will be numerous benefits associated with utilizing the services of a RCIC and serious risks associated with utilizing the services of these unauthorized providers.  

Regulated Consultants vs. Unauthorized Providers of Immigration Services:

Attribute	Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultant	Unauthorized Provider of Immigration Services
Accountable to ICCRC; complaints are taken seriously	Yes	No – accountable to no one
Monitored by ICCRC; non-compliance is taken seriously	Yes	No – may operate unknown to authorities
Supported by ICCRC to enhance quality of services	Yes	No – not supported by anyone
Knowledgeable and informed on immigration law and Canadian immigration system	Yes	No – no education prerequisite on immigration issues
Proficient in English or French	Yes	No – may be unable to communicate properly in English or French
Required to abide by stringent ethical and professional rules that are designed to protect consumers	Yes	No – not subject to any ethical requirements
Possess valid Errors and Omissions Insurance for enhanced consumer protection	Yes	No – may not have any Errors and Omissions Insurance
Work with agents known to ICCRC	Yes	No – no information on their associates
Required to provide evidence of good character prior to becoming Regulated	Yes	No – may have committed fraudulent or illegal activities in the past

Tips for Consumers 

If you are looking to obtain the services from a RCIC, look at the Council’s list of members to ensure he or she is regulated by the Council – if his or her name is not on the list, he or she is NOT authorized. The up-to-date list will be accessible on the Council’s website 

Read the Code of Ethical and Professional Conduct for Members (available on the Council’s website) – this will help you to know what you can expect from a RCIC


Benefits of Obtaining Immigration Services from a Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultant


A Regulated Consultant is your assurance of quality. Certified consultants are equipped with the latest information on immigration law, procedures and practices and go about their business according to a strict, enforceable Code of Conduct.   

Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultants are educated and informed
Prior to becoming RCICs, candidates are required to demonstrate their knowledge and language skills with entrance examinations. Since 2004, candidates to become authorized immigration consultants have been required to complete an accredited program. An accredited program provides consultants with essential information regarding immigration law in Canada and proper procedures regarding applications with Citizenship and Immigration Canada. Additionally, members of the Council are kept well-informed on developments in the immigration field. They are required to complete ongoing professional development and Practice Management Education.
 
Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultants are required to abide by stringent ethical and professional guidelines
Council members are subject to a Code of Ethical Conduct that stipulates proper procedures for their practice. The Code requires all members to adhere to stringent rules, including those regarding quality of service, professionalism, ethical practice and confidentiality. A breach of this code is considered an act of non-compliance; it is taken seriously and dealt with expeditiously by the Council. Additionally, members of the Council must provide evidence of good character before being newly regulated, including submitting a police record check.
 
Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultants are insured
Members of the Council are required to obtain Errors and Omissions Insurance, which protects consumers against unintended actions that may cause financial damage. 

The agents of Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultants are known to the Regulator
Members’ agents, or those individuals who work with RCICs on a regular basis, often play a big part in processing and handling important documents and correspondence. RCICs are required to provide to the Council a list of agents with whom they work. The actions of these agents reflect upon the member, and members will thus be responsible for ensuring that their agents act with professionalism and integrity.


Risks of Obtaining Services from Unauthorized Providers of Immigration Services
 
These unauthorized providers are breaking the law
Unauthorized practitioners who charge money for immigration services are acting illegally. These individuals should not be trusted to provide immigration services in exchange for money.  

These unauthorized providers may not be educated or informed
These unauthorized providers may be operating without proper education or knowledge of the Canadian immigration system or Canadian immigration law. They may be unaware of essential requirements or procedures in dealing with Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC) and may not be informed of developments regarding the immigration system or of immigration legislation that could have a negative effect on a consumer’s circumstances as related to CIC.
 
These unauthorized providers may not be ethical or professional
As someone who is operating illegitimately, these individuals may have no qualms about engaging in highly unethical or unprofessional actions. Many times, these unauthorized providers are seeking only to swindle money from unsuspecting clients. Additionally, they may engage in unethical or illegal practices in their dealings with CIC, which could jeopardize an applicant’s current and future status with CIC.


These unauthorized providers are not accountable to the Council
Non-members are practicing without the authorization of the regulatory body. They are not subject to the rules and regulations that govern Council members, who are held accountable for their actions by the Council. They may not properly identify themselves on official documents and records and most likely operate unknown to the Council and appropriate officials.
 
These unauthorized providers are not insured
Unauthorized providers do not have Errors and Omissions Insurance and are subsequently unprotected and unable to compensate consumers adequately who have been financially hurt. (Source ICCRC)


Mr. Amir Ismail is a Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultant based in Toronto with offices worldwide who is authorized by the government of Canada to deal with clients and represent their immigration applications. His contact information is available on his website http://www.amirismail.com for consultations on Canadian Immigration matters.

Immigration Information Sessions in May 2011 - Amir Ismail will be available in Pakistan and UAE

I am looking forward to another trip to Pakistan and UAE and excited to meet with all the wonderful people interested in immigrating to Canada.

Please call me in Toronto at 647-835-0660 or 416-913-0230 or Pakistan at +92-21-35652860-61-62 or +92300-2516207 for an appointment.

Announcing the next immigration trip of Mr. Amir Ismail in December 2010

Canada re-opens Immigrant Investor Program - Fast Track

Canada re-opens Immigrant Investor Program - Fast Track

Effective December 1, 2010, Citizenship and Immigration Canada will once again accept applications under the federal Immigrant Investor Program.

Under the new program criteria, investor applicants will need to have a personal net worth of $1.6 million, up from $800,000 under the old criteria, and make an investment of $800,000, up from the previous requirement of $400,000. It is expected that the new program will be fast track (12 months processing) and the applications under the program will be given priority over those already in processing queue.

“These changes were necessary,” said Minister Kenney. “The requirements had not been increased in more than a decade and we need to keep pace with the changing economy.”

Canada’s old immigrant investor criteria were the lowest when compared to other countries with similar programs. The new criteria now align it more closely with other immigrant-receiving countries.
The investor program was suspended in June, in part because the high volume of applications was leading to wait times that were too long. Raising the requirements will help reduce the flow of applications while ensuring we attract experienced businesspeople who can make a more substantial contribution to the economy. Higher personal net worth criteria mean the program is now better positioned to attract investors with valuable business links and the resources to make secondary investments in the Canadian economy.

“Higher investment amounts mean provinces and territories will receive more investment capital to put toward job creation and economic development projects,” added the Minister.

Canada’s Immigrant Investor Program offers several benefits to international investors, including permanent resident status up front and guaranteed repayment of the investment.

Under Canada’s old criteria, the volume of applications submitted under the Program had grown exponentially and processing times had increased. By stopping applications between June 26, 2010, and December of this year, the government prevented further delays. Applications received on or after December 1 will be subject to the new criteria and will be processed alongside the old ones. In this way, Canada can begin to realize the benefits of the changes as soon as possible.

Source: CIC

New Immigration Progams added in Service Portfolio of Amir Ismail & Associates (AIA)

RE : NEW IMMIGRATION PROGRAMS ADDED IN SERVICE PORTFOLIO OF AMIR ISMAIL & ASSOCIATES (AIA)

Amir Ismail and Associates (AIA) is pleased to advise that we have added some more immigration programs to our service portfolio to cater to the needs of clients with different immigration goals and to provide them more choice of countries offering immigration options.

In addition to providing immigration consulting services for Canada, AIA looks forward to assisting its clients in immigrating to other first world countries. The programs added for skilled workers are as follows:

* Australia - General Skilled Migrant /State Nomination
* United Kingdom - Tier 1 Program for Professionals
* Denmark Green Card Scheme
* Hong Kong - Quality Migrant Admission Scheme
* Singapore - Landed Permanent Resident Visa

AIA is committed to provide competent immigration consulting services to all our clients. With our third generation in immigration business, the combined experience of our professionals exceed 60 years in immigration law.

If you feel interested in immigrating to Canada, Australia, UK, Denmark, Hong Kong or Singapore, please contact us in Toronto or Pakistan at info@amirismail.com


THE AIA TEAM, TORONTO, CANADA

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Amir Ismail MBA, CCIC, FCMI
Certified Canadian Immigration Consultant
Member of Immigration Consultants of Canada Regulatory Council (412319)
Member of Canadian Association of Professional Immigration Consultants
Fellow of Canadian Migration Institute (CMI)
Email: info@amirismail.com
Web: http://www.amirismail.com
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Skype: amirismail73
Twitter: canadaimmigrate
Linkedin: http://ca.linkedin.com/in/amirismail

Amir Ismail & Associates (AIA)
Licensed Immigration Consultants

Canada:
First Canadian Place
100 King Street West, Suite 5700
Toronto, Ontario M5X 1C7
Tel: +1-416-913-0230 - +1-647-835-0660
Fax: +1-416-907-3338
Email: info@amirismail.com

Pakistan:
Suite # 706, 7th Floor, Kashif Centre
Sharah-e-Faisal, Karachi
Tel: +92-21-35652860-1-2,
Fax: +92-21-35221435, Cell: +92-300-2516207

Live Immigration Chat: with Amir Ismail - July 28, 2011

Announcing Pakistan Trip

Live Immigration Chat from Toronto, Canada

Toronto-based licensed consultant Mr. Amir Ismail will be available live from Toronto at 12:00 p.m. Toronto time (9:00 p.m. Pakistan time) on August 18, 2010 to respond to questions related to the eligibility to immigrate to Canada under Fast Track Skilled Worker Program.

We will be reviewing assessment forms completed at our web site www.amirismail.com and advising the participant regarding their eligibility.

TO JOIN THE CHAT, VISIT

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Since 1991, we take pride in offering reliable immigration advise through our well-trained and accredited immigration advisers.

Live Immigration Chat will take place on: August 18th at 12:00 PM Toronto time (9:00 p.m. Pakistan time)

To participate, please complete our online assessment form available at www.amirismail.com and have your questions ready for an immediate response.

We look forward to meeting with you online and to being of assistance to you in your plans to immigrate to Canada.

Yours faithfully,

THE AIA TEAM
Toronto, Canada

Use of the term “guarantee” when describing immigration consulting services or fees

Immigration Consultants who are authorized by the government of Canada are supposed to go about their business according to a strict, enforceable Code of Conduct.

According to the Professional Rules of Conduct that we as Authorized Consultants are bound to adhere to, use of the term “guarantee” when describing services or fees is inappropriate, and must be avoided. Consumer of Immigration Consulting Services should be cautious and understand that the word "guarantee" is used by unauthorized ghost agents posing themselves as licensed consultants. They do so in an attempt to instill confidence in clients they are trying to fool. As such, when you see the word "guarantee" on a web site or any marketing material of a so called immigration consultant, ask for their identity and check if their name appears on the list of Authorized Representatives available on the web site of the Canadian Society of Immigration Consultants - https://www.csic-scci.ca/find/all.html

An Immigration Consultant has a positive duty to promote the Society and Rules, and to prevent unregulated practice, and is encouraged where appropriate to educate the public at large regarding the Society and the regulatory system and safeguards with respect to Immigration Consultants. Amir Ismail & Associates (AIA) will continue to follow this rule and will continue its efforts to inform and educate public to distinguish between Authorized Representatives and impostors plaguing the immigration industry worldwide, particularly in Pakistan.

Authorized Consultant. But Authorized by who

They always have innovative ways to circumvent the law. They pose themselves as legitimate consultants. They deceive people by lying to them that they are "Authorized Representative". In doing so, they contravene the Canadian law. They are termed as "ghost agents" by those who are properly authorized and accredited by the government of Canada.

Beware and take extra caution when you deal with someone who uses the term "Authorized" to make you believe that they are "Authorized" by the government of Canada. Only and only those consultants who are Members in good standing with the Canadian Society of Immigration Consultants are "Authorized". There is a recent trend where unauthorized agents have secured authorization to promote Quebec's Investors program in Pakistan. They are merely promoters of Quebec's Investor Program for various financial institute while they pose themselves as if they are "authorized" by the government of Canada to represent clients in their immigration matters. This is certainly not the case.

In order to check the legitimacy of the claim of an individual being "authorized", one needs to check if the name of that individual is listed on the web site of the Canadian Society of Immigration Consultants available at http://www.csic-scci.ca/

I have noticed that some agents in Pakistan, specially those promoting investor program are conveniently advising clients that they are authorized to represent their immigration applications. Unlike Certified Canadian Immigration Consultants, these ghost agents have little or no training in Canadian immigration law, are not regulated and accountable and are not obliged to follow strict professional rules of conduct. With Bill C-35, the new Canadian proposed law to criminalize these ghost agents, on the verge of being implemented, soon these impostors and con artists will have no place to hide and play with the dreams of people.

If you have dealt with or have hired an individual or company claiming to be "authorized", you should check immediately with the CSIC to avoid any future disappointments. Check with the CSIC member directly if an individuals or company claims to be associated with a CSIC member in any way.

Amir Ismail & Associates has only one office in Karachi and in Toronto. The address of our offices can be checked on our web site www.amirismail.com We have not authorized any other office in Karachi or Pakistan to use our name or qoute any relationship with us without prior consent from us.

A public service message from Amir Ismail, Certified Canadian Immigration Consultant, recognized by the Government of Canada.